What skin types is Cyclopentasiloxane good for?

Cyclopentasiloxane is suitable for all skin types.

What can you mix with Cyclopentasiloxane?

Cyclopentasiloxane works well with Dimethicone, Vitamin C, Retinol. These combinations are generally safe and can enhance results.

Is Cyclopentasiloxane safe to use every day?

Cyclopentasiloxane can generally be used morning and evening. Recommended concentration: 5–40% in serums and primers.

Cyclopentasiloxane

Cyclopentasiloxane

Also known as: D5 · Decamethylcyclopentasiloxane

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“A volatile silicone that gives serums a silky, fast-evaporating feel.”

Skin types

All types

Pore-clogging

Non-comedogenic

Use when

AM & PM

Concentration

5–40%

What it does

Cyclopentasiloxane (D5) is a volatile cyclic silicone that evaporates quickly from skin, leaving a silky, non-greasy finish. It is widely used as a carrier for actives and as a texture agent in serums and primers. The EU has restricted it in wash-off products due to environmental concerns, but leave-on use remains permitted.

Benefits

Ultra-light, fast-evaporating feel
Excellent carrier for oil-soluble actives
Provides a silky, skin-smoothing texture

How to layer

☀️ Morning routine

Cleanser

Toner

Serum

Moisturiser

SPF

🌙 Evening routine

Cleanser

Toner

Serum

Moisturiser

Face Oil

As the last step in your routine

Good for

All skinOily skinCombination skin

Works well with

Dimethicone ›Vitamin C ›Retinol ›

Heads up

⚠EU restricted in rinse-off products (environmental persistence)
⚠Some concerns about bioaccumulation in aquatic organisms

How to use

A background texture ingredient. No special application needed.

Typical concentration: 5–40% in serums and primers